3 Ways to Prepare for Homeownership While Renting

You may not be ready to buy your first home, but that doesn’t mean you can’t prepare now. Here are three actions you can do while renting that will put you in a better position when you’re ready to buy.Test the Budget You know all homeownership costs, but you can estimate how owning a home will affe

Jan 2025 Newsletter

Catching the things to do in Pflugerville, homes for sale and Pflugerville market trends. Jan 2025 Newsletter

How Fair Housing Applies to You

Buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals all have rights and responsibilities when it comes to discrimination-free property transactions. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing and housing-related transactions based on race, color, sex (including sexual orientation an

This Real Estate Scam Could Cost You Thousands of Dollars

You’re smart. You’re careful. But even savvy buyers and homeowners fall victim to real estate fraud. Criminals are impersonating sellers and title companies, resulting in swindles that can take months of legal hassle to repair and cost you thousands of dollars.Do You Know the Targets?It starts with

What To Know When Hiring a REALTOR®

No one is better at guiding you through a real estate transaction than a REALTOR®. Your REALTOR® is a trusted professional who can help you understand local conditions, find and market properties, negotiate, and keep your transaction on track through closing. Here are a few things to know when hirin

Get the Data You Need To Reach Your Real Estate Goals

Data is king when making big financial decisions. That’s why it’s essential to know recent prices, current market trends, and related data when you’re buying, selling, or renting property.Who has access to that type of information? Your REALTOR®. Just as important, your REALTOR® can help you underst

Should You Fix That Before You Sell?

Making repairs before you list your home can positively affect the selling price and how quickly you attract a buyer. But do you need to fix everything before you put it on the market? Not all projects will be worth the time and money. Here are a few questions to consider to make your property more

5 Ways a REALTOR® Can Help With Your Rental Property

Many REALTORS® help people buy and sell houses, but some also specialize in property management. Whether you already own investment property or are thinking of buying a rental, a REALTOR® experienced in property management can handle all aspects of managing your asset—and reduce your stress. A REALT

5 Scams Targeting New Homeowners

Buying a home is exciting. However, scammers may try to use your excitement and inexperience against you. Watch out for these attempts to defraud you.Partner CompaniesBe wary if you receive a letter from a company claiming to be a partner or associated with your mortgage lender wanting additional in

Understand the Difference Between Prequalification and Preapproval

Have you been prequalified for a mortgage loan? Or preapproved? Are they the same?While both are steps in reaching homeownership, they have different meanings.What’s Prequalified?Prequalification is an informal process. You describe your financial situation—debt, income, and assets—and the lender es

3 Tips for Staging Outdoor Spaces

You’ve cleaned your house and arranged the rooms to showcase the best features. But what about your outdoor spaces? Don’t underestimate the power of highlighting the exterior property to boost the home’s value. Here are three strategies to get your outdoor space looking as impressive as the inside:E

Dreaming of Luxurious Sheets on a Budget!

I have received compensation or product for this review.  However, all opinions are my own.How many sets of sheets do you have?  I don’t know how it happened, I used to have multiple sets, but over the years my collection had dwindled down to one set!  I am not a fan of having to strip the bed t

Mini Office Makeover

 Recently Wayfair contacted me to feature my craft/workbench on their site!  Wayfair is one of my favorite stores, so you can imagine my excitement, I am truly honored to be included in this project!  It was a wonderful opportunity to clean up the office and take some updated photos of my mini o

XO Valentine Wreaths

I absolutely love these XO Valentines Wreaths!  While I did not invent this wreath, I put my own spin on it!  I had seen a wreath similar to these online using white berry branches for the X and red berry branches for the O, I wanted to make two of these wreaths one for my sister and one a littl

Simple Valentines Pine Cone Wreath!

Once the Christmas décor comes down the house feels too barren so I tend to put my Valentines décor up the first week of January.  I don’t go overboard with color or decorations for Valentines, just a few pieces to keep the house from feeling so empty!  I made this simple Valentines Pine Cone Wr